Should the possession of either a large capacity ammunition feeding device or ammunition of 0.50 caliber or greater be illegal?

Crime and Law Enforcement (e.g., Gun Laws)
Sabika Sheikh Firearm Licensing and Registration Act (H.R.127)
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Bill Summary

This bill establishes a process for the licensing and registration of firearms. It includes such steps as creating a national firearms registry, mandating insurance policies, and firearms licensing for all new purchases. It also prohibits the possession of certain ammunition and large-capacity ammunition feeding devices. Sponsor: Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (Democrat, Texas, District 18)
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Opponents say

• "Now, the question is what do we need to do that actually works? And this is where I get frustrated with Democratic politicians in Washington because the proposals they’re putting forward would not have stopped a single one of these mass murders." Source: Sen. Ted Cruz (Republican, Texas)
• "If gun control were the answer there would be no Paris and Brussels attacks. Instead of calling for more gun control, we need a more robust intelligence gathering system and a rejection of the ‘leading from behind’ model of President Obama which allowed ISIL to come into being and continue to exist." Source: Sen. Marco Rubio (Republican, South Carolina)

Proponents say

• "If we are serious about the epidemic of gun violence, we must summon the courage to do something about it. This is not a new sentiment, and the bills I introduce today are another step in the quest to reduce gun violence." Source:Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (Democrat, Texas, District 18)
• "Assault weapons and high-capacity magazines are designed for no purpose other than to kill quickly and as brutally as possible. No one needs them." Source: President Joe Biden
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